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Manager

Cathy Testini

Caspian,MI

Summary

Dynamic manager with a proven track record at Northland Food Mart, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective conflict resolution and staff training. Skilled in operations management and relationship building, I successfully improved service delivery, resulting in a significant boost in customer satisfaction scores. Committed to fostering a positive work environment and team collaboration.

Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.

Proficient [Job Title] delivering encouragement and feedback to help employees be successful. Energetic professional with great poise. Well-trained in [Skill].

Adept individual with more than [Number] years working as Manager for $[Number] revenue-generating business. Determined and experienced in mentoring and challenging team members to meet and exceed company goals.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Northland Food Mart.inc/ Northland Marathon
03.1995 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement techniques.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

Bartender

Trails End
06.1995 - 09.2001
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
  • Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.

Waitress

Zippidy Duda
06.1992 - 08.1995
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Waitress

Happy Italians
03.1985 - 06.1992
  • Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Iron County
Iron River, MI
06-1983

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Staff training and development
  • Relationship building
  • Staff management
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Shift scheduling
  • Policy implementation
  • Schedule preparation
  • Sales management
  • Negotiation
  • Expectation setting
  • Contract management
  • Clear communication
  • Safety procedures
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Operations management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Workforce management
  • Employee onboarding
  • Work prioritization
  • Vendor management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Computer skills
  • Effective communication
  • Problem resolution
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Staff training
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Professional and courteous
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution
  • Active listening
  • Good judgment
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Schedule management
  • Employee development
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Customer relationship management

Timeline

Bartender

Trails End
06.1995 - 09.2001

Manager

Northland Food Mart.inc/ Northland Marathon
03.1995 - Current

Waitress

Zippidy Duda
06.1992 - 08.1995

Waitress

Happy Italians
03.1985 - 06.1992

High School Diploma -

West Iron County

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